MONASH UNIVERSITY FACULTY HANDBOOKS

Arts Undergraduate Handbook 1996

Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996

AUS1020S

Democracy and nation

John Arnold and Chris Baker

Synopsis This subject focuses on the character of the democracy that was established in Australia at the time of federation in 1901. It examines the many influences on Australia's constitution and its system of government, and how Australian citizens viewed their rights and responsibilities. Upon completion of this subject, together with AUS1010S, students will have an overview of Australia's political, social and cultural development over this century and a detailed knowledge of the early development of the nation's political and legal system.

Assessment Written (4000 words): 70% + Examination (2 hours): 30%

Prescribed texts

• Mcintyre S The succeeeding age 1901-1942 (The Oxford History of Australia vol. 4) OUP, 1986

Recommended texts

• Arnold J and others (eds) Out of empire: The British dominion of Australia Mandarin, 1993
• Rickard J Australia: A cultural history Cheshire, 1988
• Kingston B Glad confident morning (The Oxford History of Australia vol. 4) OUP, 1988